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Bunzli S, Taylor N, O'Brien P, Dowsey M, Wallis J, Choong P, Shields N. How Do People Communicate About Knee Osteoarthritis? A Discourse Analysis. PAIN MEDICINE 2021; 22:1127-1148. [PMID: 33502513 DOI: 10.1093/pm/pnab012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To explore the ways in which people talk about knee osteoarthritis and how this may influence engagement in physical activity and activity-based interventions as recommended by clinical practice guidelines. DESIGN A qualitative synthesis using discourse analysis methods. METHODS Systematic review methods were used to identify qualitative studies exploring the perceptions of people with knee osteoarthritis, their carers, and/or clinicians. Methodological quality was evaluated through the use of the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme. Raw quotes extracted from each study were analyzed with inductive discourse analysis. RESULTS A search of five electronic databases from inception until August 2019 yielded 778 articles. Sixty-two articles from 56 studies were included, reporting data (1,673 direct quotes) from people with knee osteoarthritis, carers, and clinicians in 16 countries. Two overarching discourses were identified-impairment and participation. The overarching impairment discourse prevailed in all participant groups and study settings. In this discourse, knee osteoarthritis was likened to a machine that inevitably wore down over time and required a doctor to repair. The overarching participatory discourse almost always coexisted alongside an impairment discourse. According to this discourse, a "busy body" was perceived as "healthy," and people could remain active despite knee osteoarthritis. CONCLUSION The prevailing impairment discourse may potentially discourage people from using knees that have passed their "use-by date" and increase reliance on doctors to repair joint damage. Consistent with recommendations in clinical practice guidelines, a participatory discourse may provide an alternative way of communicating that may encourage people with knee osteoarthritis to continue to engage in physical activity by focusing on what they can do, rather than what they cannot do.
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Affiliation(s)
- Samantha Bunzli
- University of Melbourne, Department of Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- University of Melbourne, Department of Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- University of Melbourne, Department of Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,Monash Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Cabrini Institute, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- University of Melbourne, Department of Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.,School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Australia
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OBJECTIVES Systematically review the qualitative literature on living with knee osteoarthritis from patient and carer perspectives. DESIGN Systematic review of qualitative studies. Five electronic databases (CINAHL, Embase, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, SPORTDiscus) were searched from inception until October 2018. Data were synthesised using thematic and content analysis. PARTICIPANTS Studies exploring the experiences of people living with knee osteoarthritis, and their carers were included. Studies exploring experiences of patients having participated in specific interventions, including surgery, or their attitudes about the decision to proceed to knee replacement were excluded. RESULTS Twenty-six articles reporting data from 21 studies about the patient (n=665) and carer (n=28) experience of living with knee osteoarthritis were included. Seven themes emerged: (i) Perceived causes of knee osteoarthritis are multifactorial and lead to structural damage to the knee and deterioration over time (n=13 studies), (ii) Pain and how to manage it predominates the lived experience (n=19 studies), (iii) Knee osteoarthritis impacts activity and participation (n=16 studies), (iv) Knee osteoarthritis has a social impact (n=10 studies), (v) Knee osteoarthritis has an emotional impact (n=13 studies), (vi) Interactions with health professionals can be positive or negative (n=11 studies), (vii) Knee osteoarthritis leads to life adjustments (n=14 studies). A single study reporting the perspectives of carers reported similar themes. Psychosocial impact of knee osteoarthritis emerged as a key factor in the lived experience of people with knee osteoarthritis. CONCLUSIONS This review highlights the value of considering patient attitudes and experiences including psychosocial factors when planning and implementing management options for people with knee osteoarthritis. Trial registrationnumber CRD42018108962.
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- Jason A Wallis
- School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, The University of Melbourne, St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Chou L, Ellis L, Papandony M, Seneviwickrama KLMD, Cicuttini FM, Sullivan K, Teichtahl AJ, Wang Y, Briggs AM, Wluka AE. Patients' perceived needs of osteoarthritis health information: A systematic scoping review. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0195489. [PMID: 29659609 PMCID: PMC5901923 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0195489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2017] [Accepted: 03/23/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Optimal management of osteoarthritis requires active patient participation. Understanding patients' perceived health information needs is important in order to optimize health service delivery and health outcomes in osteoarthritis. We aimed to review the existing literature regarding patients' perceived health information needs for OA. METHODS A systematic scoping review was performed of publications in MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL and PsycINFO (1990-2016). Descriptive data regarding study design and methodology were extracted and risk of bias assessed. Aggregates of patients' perceived needs of osteoarthritis health information were categorized. RESULTS 30 studies from 2876 were included: 16 qualitative, 11 quantitative and 3 mixed-methods studies. Three areas of perceived need emerged: (1) Need for clear communication: terms used were misunderstood or had unintended connotations. Patients wanted clear explanations. (2) Need for information from various sources: patients wanted accessible health professionals with specialist knowledge of arthritis. The Internet, whilst a source of information, was acknowledged to have dubious reliability. Print media, television, support groups, family and friends were utilised to fulfil diverse information needs. (3) Needs of information content: patients desired more information about diagnosis, prognosis, management and prevention. CONCLUSIONS Patients desire more information regarding the diagnosis of osteoarthritis, its impact on daily life and its long-term prognosis. They want more information not only about pharmacological management options, but also non-pharmacological options to help them manage their symptoms. Also, patients wanted this information to be delivered in a clear manner from multiple sources of health information. To address these gaps, more effective communication strategies are required. The use of a variety of sources and modes of delivery may enable the provision of complementary material to provide information more successfully, resulting in better patient adherence to guidelines and improved health outcomes.
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- Louisa Chou
- Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash University Library, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Physiotherapy and Exercise Science, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
- Move: muscle, bone & joint health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, School of Public Health and Preventative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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